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Here's kind of a specific question. I need wireless in-ear headphones for running, but I think I want a wire between the headphones. My experience is that all in-ear headphones fall out of my ears. I used to use these wired headphones and they were perfect! But with a modern iPhone, wireless is the way to go; wired phones don't stay in well enough. I ran with a pair of Anker Soundcore Spirits for a year, which were fine. They came out of my ears every once in awhile, but usually stayed in. I lost them, but if they still were being made I'd probably just buy a new pair. I recently bought a pair of Cleer Goals, but they constantly fall out of my ears no matter what size attachment I put on them, so I'm going to return them. So my conditions are: Bluetooth. Wireless, but with a wire between both sides of the headphones. In theory, I'd prefer a better sound, especially for books-on-tape, but in practice I don't really care: I'll be running, so I expect sound quality to be mediocre to bad anyway. I've heard some headphones have features where they either let noise in from the outside world, or can replay sound that they hear on a mic, to help listeners still be aware of the world while running (or even walking); if this actually works, it's definitely something I want. And finally, the drat things should stay in my ears! Anybody have ideas or suggestions? I don't really have much of a price range: my hope is that something like this can be had at around $50, but honestly I'd pay up to $200 for a pair that really did all of this.
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Jul 26, 2021 22:40
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Koss appears to make a wireless version of those that you liked with a wire between em: https://www.amazon.com/Koss-Bluetoo...ctronics&sr=1-6 I had these Ankers before moving to AirPod Pros and they seemed fine (I am not a runner though so YMMV): https://www.amazon.com/Headphones-S...27337081&sr=8-5 If you wanna fancy up a little beats does have a set with the ear holdy things and a wire between: https://www.amazon.com/Powerbeats-H...165&sr=8-7&th=1 And then aftershokz are bone conduction sets that people who really want to hear the surrounding environment while exercising sometimes like. The sound quality is not great though and they're more of a specialized thing: https://www.amazon.com/AfterShokz-C...27337271&sr=8-3
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Jul 26, 2021 23:09
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nrook posted:Here's kind of a specific question. I use Plantronics Backbeat Fits for this same purpose and I've been happy with them. This is the current model: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FTTPVGG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_glt_fabc_2V0YH387EKCD1X0SXFEB
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Jul 27, 2021 00:01
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They're great for that purpose until they inevitably stop working after a couple years but are cheap enough that who cares? I use them when biking.
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Jul 27, 2021 00:30
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Backbeats are my all-time favorite lawn mowing phones. I bought 3 pairs when they were cheap on Groupon.
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Jul 27, 2021 00:34
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powderific posted:If you wanna fancy up a little beats does have a set with the ear holdy things and a wire between: https://www.amazon.com/Powerbeats-H...165&sr=8-7&th=1 I have the cheaper version of these, the Beats Flex and they've been rock solid whatever I'm doing (probably helped by them coming with double flanges) and sound pretty good so I'd consider them a good cheaper option if you do want some Apple buds.
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Jul 27, 2021 01:00
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Got the Blon 03s for gf for valentines day this year. She just pulled the cord out of one side (not where its sposed to detatch, just short of the connector). I'm honestly flabbergasted at the prices of replacement cables on amazon. What should I be looking for? This is not for an audiophile, just someone who listens to bad podcasts all day
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Jul 28, 2021 00:13
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Any qdc to 3.5mm should do, you shouldn't have to spend more than like 15 bux. like this (just an example, not an endorsement)
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Jul 28, 2021 01:21
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Dr. Fishopolis posted:Any qdc to 3.5mm should do, you shouldn't have to spend more than like 15 bux. I don't think an actual QDC connector will work, unless you file down the edges of the connector on the headphones. The BLON is a TFZ/NX7 style connector, which is a bit bigger than a QDC. A regular straight pin .78mm cable will work, it'll stick out further than a TFZ/NX7, but this one should work
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Jul 28, 2021 01:54
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well hot poo poo, you're right. i have a qdc cable and some blons right in front of me and they do not, in fact, want to mate. thanks for the heads up. it sure as heck looks like qdc. how weird!
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Jul 28, 2021 02:19
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Thats fuckin great anyway as those ones are cheap af on amazon.COM but on amazon. they are 36.99 gently caress me right off
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Jul 28, 2021 02:22
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there's always the aliexpress slow boat from china :/
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Jul 28, 2021 02:27
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codo27 posted:Thats fuckin great anyway as those ones are cheap af on amazon.COM but on amazon. I just looked at amazon.ca and  is with these cable prices. Cables I've bought on amazon US for around $20 are like $100 on the CA site.Dr. Fishopolis posted:there's always the aliexpress slow boat from china :/ Yep that's exactly what I was going to say next. They'll be cheap as gently caress and probably the exact same thing (or maybe even nicer) than the ones you'd get on Amazon, but they sure take a long time to arrive.
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Jul 28, 2021 02:31
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Last cable I ordered from aliexpress arrived within 10 days FWIW.
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Jul 28, 2021 04:39
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Phlegmish posted:Hmm...yeah, I'm not married to wired, it's just that the lag is kind of a deal-breaker for online multiplayer games and such. I think I'm actually using a dongle for my Philips, but the lag is still noticeable. Does it depend on the dongle? How much worse will my sound quality be if I use a cable instead (as per njsykora)? This might be late but I don't believe the XM4s bring anything noteworthy to the table vs. XM3s? Well, at least not for the added 100€+ price tag here. The most noteworthy feature is an optional feature that disables ANC temporarily when you speak instead of holding your hand over the right cup allowing you to have a conversation with someone in the same room. I don't believe there was meaningful difference between ANC either? But I'd refer to ANC comparison videos/reviews to be sure. They do also come with their own attachable wire. Me and dad bought one for my mum and I tested them casually and I think I preferred them over my DT770s, though I might just be dumb. Just remember to power them on even in wired mode and even if you don't plan to use ANC because they sound like garbage unpowered.
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Jul 28, 2021 14:01
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Too late! I already got them and I'm setting them up right now. One thing I'm not sure about, and bear with me here...how do I know if I'm using them in wired mode? I have it connected via cable, but to have it show up in the first place, I have to to connect through Bluetooth. When I look at people speak on YouTube, I see some slight lag, which is making me think it's not doing the wired thing. e: but when I start playing songs I don't really see any lag so maybe I'm just being paranoid e2: actually seems about right now, maybe it was just the guy on YT I was watching that was desynced to begin with Phlegmish fucked around with this message at 15:45 on Jul 28, 2021 |
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Jul 28, 2021 15:39
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I decided I only live once so I ordered a Shuoer EJ07 in full custom. Im getting laser ear scans as well.
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Jul 28, 2021 21:31
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I'm going to get the cable from aliexpress but I'm still a bit confused as to all the different standards. As long as its .78mm 2 pin should I be good? Because a lot of the titles are saying compatible with x/y/z and none of them say Blon
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codo27 posted:I'm going to get the cable from aliexpress but I'm still a bit confused as to all the different standards. As long as its .78mm 2 pin should I be good? Because a lot of the titles are saying compatible with x/y/z and none of them say Blon Blon isn't the kind of brand that gets named, the connector is standardized though.
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codo27 posted:I'm going to get the cable from aliexpress but I'm still a bit confused as to all the different standards. As long as its .78mm 2 pin should I be good? Because a lot of the titles are saying compatible with x/y/z and none of them say Blon An NX7/TFZ style 0.78mm connector will fit exactly like the stock cable. You could order one of those from NiceHCK store, which makes nice/cheap cables. Or a standard 2 pin cable will also work, but will kind of line up "end to end" with the connector on the IEM, but won't slide around the IEM's connector the way the stock cable style does. Regular 2 pin:  NX7/TFZ style: 
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redeyes posted:I decided I only live once so I ordered a Shuoer EJ07 in full custom. Im getting laser ear scans as well. I'll be curious to see if it fixes the resonance deal you described in your video review
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trem_two posted:I'll be curious to see if it fixes the resonance deal you described in your video review Im getting my 07M retuned as an OG 07. It's just some dampers and a different xover. I prefer the OG. The OG has long tips and works perfectly. This will be even better as it is fully custom [edit] to be clear, the 07m is DISGUSTING with the tanchjim dampers. It's better than nearly anything else ive ever heard and that includes 2500 bux sets. redeyes fucked around with this message at 01:31 on Jul 31, 2021 |
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Dessel posted:This might be late but I don't believe the XM4s bring anything noteworthy to the table vs. XM3s? Well, at least not for the added 100€+ price tag here. The most noteworthy feature is an optional feature that disables ANC temporarily when you speak instead of holding your hand over the right cup allowing you to have a conversation with someone in the same room. I don't believe there was meaningful difference between ANC either? But I'd refer to ANC comparison videos/reviews to be sure. They do also come with their own attachable wire. Me and dad bought one for my mum and I tested them casually and I think I preferred them over my DT770s, though I might just be dumb. Two things I've noticed with the XM4 1) Multi point connections. Pretty nice to able to switch between my TV and my phone pretty quickly. 2) Take the headphone off pauses what you listening or watch. This is hella nice when are laying on a couch or bed watching or listening to music. Both are more of convenience things. But I like having them.
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Can you also have it connected to your PC and TV, or do you start having problems when it's no longer connected to your phone?
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Jul 31, 2021 15:06
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Are the resource in the OP still good when comes to looking up what to buy. Wanting to get a good set of earphones but no nothing about them ATM.
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side_burned posted:Are the resource in the OP still good when comes to looking up what to buy. Wanting to get a good set of earphones but no nothing about them ATM. The lists at the bottom are from seven years ago. Quite a bit has changed.
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Aug 3, 2021 00:17
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There's been a couple good purchasing conversations in the last few pages, if they aren't what you are looking for, they'll be good template for framing your needs.
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I can never tell them apart - Oracle?
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Aug 4, 2021 05:41
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either that or clairvoyance?
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Aug 4, 2021 06:00
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Monarch. Found a seller that had stock in Canada for cheaper than I would pay from China. Need to switch the cable, though. It's good quality, but it's 2.5MM balanced with a 3.5MM SE adapter which is pretty clunky to use.
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Aug 4, 2021 06:09
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Rakeris posted:Glad you like them! If you want to check out some "engineered" EQ presets check out: from previous page but thanks for posting this. i ended up thinking his 990 eq profile sounded kinda flat, but it did teach me how to install apo+peace and find something that worked for me
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I have until Sunday to decide if I want to keep Sennheiser 880S's or return them to the store. They were an outlet item as this pair is a customer return but 1200 EUR could also be used to camera glass or pc parts. They sound pretty sweet though, coming from 650's.
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My HyperX QuadCast microphone is interfering with my Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones, which disconnects whenever I talk into my mic. I assume since it's because they're both on Bluetooth and right next to each other. Suggestions? Everything sounds like rear end using my headphones with a cable, and my mic seems to need Bluetooth to even show up in the device manager. e: never mind, seems to have been a headphones setting Phlegmish fucked around with this message at 18:52 on Aug 5, 2021 |
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Need new in-ear earphones. I had a Sony XBA-1 forever, probably 8 years, and had no issues (except the cord was pretty noisy), but then one bud got torn off and flung God-knows-where in a bike crash. Budget: $200-ish Prefer wired. Prefer a relatively balanced sound as opposed to bass-heavy. A volume control on the cord like the XBA-1 had would be nice.
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The Sony WF-1000XM4 or whatever it is are the gold standard, theres another Bose set that apparently competes but Klipsch is refreshing their T5 true wireless line and its sposed to include controls via head gestures. Dunno how thats gonna work. In USD they all should come in a lil over 200 I think? But thats all wireless
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I mean, I can live with wireless, but I'm worried about (1) losing one or both and (2) the battery pooping out after a couple years, when my last set of earphones lasted me 8. Also deeply skeptical of this 'Alexa built-in' poo poo
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Aug 6, 2021 21:31
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Danger Dog posted:I mean, I can live with wireless, but I'm worried about (1) losing one or both and (2) the battery pooping out after a couple years, when my last set of earphones lasted me 8. Etymotic ER2XR if you want/need a lot of isolation, KBEar Neon if you don't. Both have flat-ish signatures and replaceable cables. The Etymotic is a better set from an audio quality perspective, but super high isolation may not be desirable when biking
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Danger Dog posted:Need new in-ear earphones. I had a Sony XBA-1 forever, probably 8 years, and had no issues (except the cord was pretty noisy), but then one bud got torn off and flung God-knows-where in a bike crash. With the caveat that I haven’t heard this particular set, but I own one of their older models that have similar tuning, take a look at Moondrop Aria. Well under your budget, and is considered a leader in the general price range. You’d need to add a 3rd party cable for volume control, I have one from NiceHCK on aliexpress for like $20 that has served me well for my daily driver headphones I use for video meetings.
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My fancy 16 Core 7N Single Crystal Copper cable for my Monarch came in today. It definitely improves the emotional resonance of the soundstage or some such poo poo.
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